You may often hear people say, “My dog is fine with other dogs; it’s only when on lead that they show aggression.” This distinction highlights how the presence of a leash can impact how dogs respond to each other. Here’s a breakdown of key points: Off-Lead Interactions When two dogs meet off-lead, they can move…
Well it’s an old and tired cliché but how the year has flown by. Perhaps less clichéd is how old and tired I feel! All of the peeps at Mullumbimby Vet Clinic would like to wish our clients and pets a happy and safe Christmas and holiday season. In case you’d like to worry about…
Patting an unfamiliar dog tethered outside a shop or on a footpath can be an uncontrollable urge for many people. While you may think there is nothing wrong with approaching an unfamiliar, the way you go about it could make a world of difference to the dog you are about to greet. It is important…
“Restraining your dog can save its life – and yours” Safe car travel, what is required by law and WHY. It’s great that we can take our animals with us in the car and involve them in our lives, to me that is why we have them, HOWEVER, it is sad when people are not responsible…
You can tell a lot about what dogs are feeling by watching their tails. Just by looking at the position and movement of the tail, you can often tell what dogs are thinking. There is some real communication in how your dog wags their tail, but the tail has another vital role in communicating. Every…
Pet guardians are now aware of the necessity of providing dog/dog socialisation opportunities for their puppies. Nevertheless, when and how to do it is still misunderstood largely because many veterinarians, as well as breeds and pet store owners, advise new pet parents to avoid socialising their new puppy with other dogs until the age of…
Most problems with dogs and kids are predictable and occur as a result of bad management, poor socialisation with children and/or rough handling especially around food or sleeping areas. Children look, move, smell and act differently to adults and may unknowingly encroach on a dog’s space, move erratically, make strange noises or unintentionally hurt the dog….
WARNING: When animals are scared, injured or in pain they are more likely to bite. Yes, this even applies to the friendliest of dogs! If you are injured, you are less likely to be in a position to assist the animal so keep yourself safe at all times. Have a FIRST AID KIT in a convenient place and…
Have you ever attached a leash to your dog’s collar and they immediately start tugging? This can be an extremely frustrating, if not dangerous behaviour, especially when all you want to do is walk your dog/puppy. However please note that this behaviour is purposely encouraged by the competitive agility handlers as a reward at the…
Winter is finally here, along with the recent flooding. Cold weather and unexpected wet environments can lead to health issues for our furry friends. Our elderly pets are usually more affected during this cooler weather period. I will now outline key issues faced during the winter period and strategies to help confront them. Hypothermia or…
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